Best Smart TV Controller Apps

246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3★, the smart tv controller category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 246+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Smart TV Controller Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Smart TV Remote Control PlusSmart TV Remote Control PlusFree4.5★ (20K)YesYesNov 2026
2Universal TV Remote ·Universal TV Remote ·Free4.6★ (96K)YesYesNov 2026
3Sam : tv remote for SamsungSam : tv remote for SamsungFree4.2★ (116K)YesYesNov 2026
4Universal TV Remote: Smart TVsUniversal TV Remote: Smart TVsFree4.3★ (18)YesYesNov 2026
5Universal TV Remote Control*Universal TV Remote Control*Free4.6★ (32K)YesYesNov 2026
6TV Remote : Smart ControlTV Remote : Smart ControlFree—YesNoSep 2026
7TV Remote+ Smart TV ControllerTV Remote+ Smart TV ControllerFree—NoYesAug 2026
8Smart Remote for TV: UniversalSmart Remote for TV: UniversalFree—NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Smart TV Controller

Smart TV Remote Control Plus#1

Smart TV Remote Control Plus by DREAMTEAM APPS sp. z o.o.

Remote Controller, Keyboard
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.5😞(20K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote control for your smart TV. Easily navigate menus, adjust volume, and change channels using your mobile device over Wi-Fi. Supports a wide range of popular smart TV operating systems and brands.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Works well with various TVs
  • 💡 Useful for lost remotes

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • 🔒 Requires subscription for full functionality
  • 🔋 Drains device battery
Universal TV Remote ·#2

Universal TV Remote · by KRAFTWERK 9 LTD

Remote control for Smart TV
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.6😐(96K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#25in Utilities
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Control your smart TV with your phone. Navigate menus, use a touchpad, and access basic functions for hundreds of TV models. Requires initial setup with a physical remote for some features.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Works great
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💡 Useful when remote is lost
  • 🚀 Connects easily
  • 👍 Provides basic TV controls for free

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 💸 Paywall for advanced features
  • 📺 Doesn't work with all TV models
  • 📢 Excessive ads
  • 🔌 Requires TV remote for initial setup
Sam : tv remote for Samsung#3

Sam : tv remote for Samsung by yohan teixeira

remote control for smart tv
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.2😞(116K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Transform your iPhone into a virtual remote for your smart TV. Easily control channels, volume, menus, and media with a simple tap. It syncs automatically via Wi-Fi, eliminating the need for physical remotes and batteries.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Works well when connected
  • 👍 Easy to set up
  • 👍 Convenient to use phone as remote

Room to Improve

  • 🔋 Frequent disconnection issues
  • 📺 Can't turn TV on with app
  • 💸 Expensive paid version
  • 📢 Excessive ads in free version
  • 🐛 Inconsistent functionality

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FAQ about Smart TV Controller

What are the best smart tv controller apps for iPhone?
Smart TV Remote Control Plus tops our smart tv controller apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 20K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top smart tv controller apps we rank are free to download, including Smart TV Remote Control Plus and Universal TV Remote ·.
Smart TV Remote Control Plus shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 246+ smart tv controller apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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